Maine-et-Loire Travel Guide

Pays de la Loire

A historic European town square with ornate buildings, a statue, and vibrant flower beds.
A cobblestone street lined with half-timbered buildings, outdoor cafes with red chairs, and a variety of shops and restaurants.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a wrought iron fence, and a clear blue sky.
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A garden with a metal archway and blooming pink flowers.

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A historic church with a tall spire, a statue in the foreground, and outdoor seating at a café.
Angers
Known for Historical, Universities and Art
Castles, museums and churches generate a rustic ambiance in this charming French city filled with culture, history and the arts.

Reasons to visit

  • Château d'Angers
  • Angers Cathedral
  • Place du Ralliement
A calm river with a town on the opposite bank, featuring a prominent church and castle.
Saumur
Known for Castle, Wineries and Cheese
The pristine Loire River is central to the town’s charm and elegance while the background is dominated by the imposing shape of a truly breathtaking château.

Reasons to visit

  • Château de Saumur
Aerial panorama view around the old town in the city Cholet in France, on a sunny summer morning
Cholet
Known for Coffee, Cathedrals and Natural parks
Escape to Cholet! Enjoy its parks, golf and cathedral.
A historic courtyard with a large building featuring multiple windows and a cobblestone ground.
Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Known for Small town, Relaxing and Luxury
Get away to relaxing Fontevraud-l'Abbaye! Enjoy the gardens, culture and local cuisine.
An ancient stone structure with large rock formations and a partially collapsed wall.
Gennes-Val-de-Loire
Known for Dining and Rivers
Experience Gennes-Val-de-Loire: its riverfront, dining and more!

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